EXCLUSIVE: Gemma Arterton, Ewen Bremner and UK boxer Nicola Adams have joined the cast of Kenton Oxley’s mixed martial arts (MMA) drama Killa Bee, with production set to get underway in the UK later this month.
The sports biopic marks the first film role of Olympic Gold medal winner Adams.
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Based on a true story, it follows Bryony ‘Killa Bee’ Tyrell – a nurse by day, MMA fighter by night. Elliot J. Langridge and Pippa Bennett-Warner also star.
It’s produced through Oxley’s UK company Knockout Productions in association with Picture Perfect and Moviehouse Entertainment. Ruth Sewell has written the script.
The King’s Man star Arterton takes over from the previously announced Daisy Ridley.
“Bryony’s life story is powerful, raw and deeply inspiring. Playing her is both a challenge and a privilege, and I’m ready to step into the cage,” said Arterton.
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